Venting; Venting Requirements - Maytag MEDB700BW0 Installation Instructions Manual

Connect neutral ground wire
and neutral wire
Connect neutral ground wire (E) and neutral wire (white or
center wire) (C) of power supply cord or cable under center
terminal block screw (B). Tighten screw.
Place hooked ends of remaining wires under outer terminal
block screws (hooks facing right). Tighten screws.
Connect a separate copper ground wire (G) from the external
ground conductor screw (A) to an adequate ground. Finally,
reinsert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear
panel. Secure cover with hold-down screw. Now, go to
"Venting Requirements."
VENTING
VENTING REQUIREMENTS
Fire Hazard
Use a heavy metal vent,
Do not use a plastic vent,
Do not use a metal foil vent.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death
or fire.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of fire, this dryer MUST BE
EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS.
IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
Dryer exhaust must not be connected into any gas vent,
chimney, wall, ceiling, attic, crawlspace, or a concealed space
of a building. Only rigid or flexible metal vent shall be used for
exhausting.
(102 mm)
4" (102 ram) heavy metal exhaust vent
[] Only a 4" (102 mm) heaw metal exhaust vent and clamps
may be used.
[] Do not use plastic or metal foil vent.
Rigid metal vent:
[] Recommended for best drying performance and to avoid
crushing and kinking.
Flexible metal vent: (Acceptable only if accessible to clean)
[]
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Must be fully extended and supported in final dryer location.
Remove excess to avoid sagging and kinking that may
result in reduced airflow and poor performance.
[] Do not install in enclosed walls, ceilings, or floors.
[] The total length should not exceed 73/4ft. (2.4 m).
NOTE: If using an existing vent system, clean lint from
entire length of the system and make sure exhaust hood
is not plugged with lint. Replace plastic or metal foil vents
with rigid metal or flexible metal vents. Review Vent System
Chart and if necessary, modify existing vent system to
achieve best drying performance.
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